New Trier High School student, out for walk during sleepover, dies after falling on third rail of CTA tracks
A 16-year-old girl, out for a walk with a friend during a sleepover, died after falling on the electrified third rail along CTA tracks in Evanston early Wednesday.
Police investigating after explosive device thrown into Evanston home
An explosive device was intentionally thrown into an Evanston home and detonated late Tuesday, causing significant damage to the house but no significant injuries to the people inside.
Evanston Police Chief Demitrous Cook announces his retirement
On Monday, the police chief of the Evanston Police Department announced his retirement from the force after decades of service.
Northwestern names Derrick Gragg new athletic director
Northwestern University named NCAA administrator Derrick Gragg as the new athletic director on Friday.
Evanston boy, 11, found safe after being reported missing in Skokie
An Evanston boy was found safe after being reported missing Thursday evening.
Evanston police search for man wanted for indecent exposure
Evanston police want the public to be alert after several reports of a man exposing himself to women walking alone downtown during the morning hours.
Chicago man, 20, charged after allegedly attempting to sexually assault Northwestern University student
A 20-year-old Chicago man has been charged after allegedly attempting to sexually assault a Northwestern student Tuesday morning.
Northwestern University student sexually assaulted, police seek suspect
Police are looking for someone suspected of attempting to sexually assault a Northwestern University student Wednesday morning in Evanston.
Evanston astronomer weighs in on UFO videos: 'I haven't seen anything unusual'
Former Navy pilots told '60 Minutes' the sightings happened almost daily, and the objects' movements seemed to defy gravity.
Northwestern University Athletic Director Mike Polisky resigns
Mike Polisky has stepped down from his role as the Northwestern University Athletic Director.
Evanston man donates blood for the 200th time
Dan Kaberon said this is his excuse to watch a movie every week. He prefers classics like Hitchcock thrillers.
Evanston set to pay reparations, but not everyone is on board
Acknowledging past racist policies, Evanston is trying to make amends as the first American city to pay reparations
Evanston kindergarten teacher wins Golden Apple Award
Golden Apple made a surprise visit to the Willard Elementary School in Evanston where they presented teacher Meghan Rice with the prestigious Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching.
Evanston beach passes go on sale Monday
Evanston beach passes will be available for purchase on Monday.
Evanston beach passes go on sale Monday
Teenagers who can't afford beach passes can pick up a FREE 10-punch beach pass at community centers and the main branch of the Evanston Public Library.